Horseback Riding in Connecticut

Ours is a training and boarding facility located in Ridgefield, Connecticut. We offer basic board, grooming board and full training board. Our stables are heated with all the amenities. Horses are fed certified organic hay, individually customized diets, four meals per day. Each horse is turned out in his or her own paddock with full view of other horses. Indoor ring has rubber footing.

I am trained in the methods of the Spanish Riding School by senior SRS masters.   I am a certified Classical Dressage Riders Assoc trainer/test administrator to Grand Prix level as well as a USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist and have won over 80 National USDF Year End Awards.   My competitive training was with Dr. Max Gahwyler for 20+ years. Max was trained at the Spanish Riding School by Hans Handler, Ernst Bachinger & Karl Mikolka. I have also worked with Spanish Riding School masters Arthur Kottas, Hans Riegler, Ernst Bachinger, Hubert Rohrer and Karl Mikolka.

My school horses are very calm and safe for beginners. Equally, they can handle the more challenging upper level movements of classical dressage with advanced riders. The riders at my farm have fun and are very supportive of each other.  

I am available seven days per week with flexible times.  Half hour and one hour private lessons are available on my schoolmasters.  Half hour lunge lessons are available. Books of six lessons for the price of five are available for those who wish to save 17%. 

This is not a run of the mill lesson program commonly found in our country today.  I offer correct, classical training taught in a way that allows the rider to develop confidence while being safe and having fun. Focus is on development of a correct, independent seat regardless of discipline and we build the rider’s skills from that base understanding of the gaits, use and timing of the aids. Many of my students are trainers at other stables which I especially enjoy as it allows me to reach more riders through them.  I am also available for clinics as time allows.... See More

Leslie is a USHJA Certified instructor who has been teaching children and adults how to ride horses for over 35 years. A graduate of the UCONN animal science program, she owned and operated Ansala Farms, a breeding and training farm where she taught horseback riding lessons in Andover, CT for 18 years. She spent 12 years building and managing the riding program and schooling the green horses at Kingsley Farm in Coventry, CT with Dee Dee Hopper. She was with Full Circle Farm in Manchester, CT from 2010 to early 2015 where she built the riding program and initiated and coached the successful IEA team. She now teaches out of Hunters Run Stables in Glastonbury, Ct Her instruction in equitation and hunters is based on the classic principles of George Morris and Bernie Traurig as well as other great masters who teach that position is always the first building block in a rider and only from proper position and balance do softness and feel develop. In addition good horsemanship produces a happy, comfortable horse which will always be the best and most willing partner. She strives to create proficient students in and out of the show ring focusing on safety and horsemanship as well as form and function. From nurturing a first time beginner rider or young horse, to coaching them to their first blue ribbon and championship she instills a sense of responsibility and passion for all aspects of riding and horse care. Her students have achieved Finals wins and year-end awards at many levels. She brings her diverse equine background to her students. If you are looking for horseback riding lessons for yourself or your child call Leslie!... See More

General Riding Sessions including Therapeutic Sessions with the emphasis on an enjoyable and relaxing experience that provides additional therapeutic benefits in the areas of socialization, posture, confidence and an overall improved quality of life. Learn the of horses and how they communicate. Safety sessions is a must. Be one with horse. Reflections through horses every Saturday Day Program all year round. Lessons up to one hour! Prices are available on our website. Please us for an intake appointment so we are able to facilitate the entire day for you. Ages 9 through 22. Call or during business hours. Located in Uncasville, CT. New London County... See More

Riding lessons for all ages (beginner through advanced levels). Students will learn all aspects of the sport, along with horsemanship and compassion for their teammate. Feel free to contact me with any questions or inquiries, please call! Emails can't be answered.... See More

A Family Barn
Since 1949, Kelsey Farm has been teaching young people to ride. Our students benefit from year-round professional trainers, a small teacher/student ratio and show quality ponies and horses. We offer lessons, summer camp, boarding, and a shared lease program for those who wish to ride three days a week with the option to horse show. Whether you ride with us every day or once a week, you will be part of the Kelsey Farm family.

At Kelsey Farm, we offer a safe space for kids to compete, learn, play, get dirty and find their best selves. Our farm is a world apart from the pressure and fast-pace of present day life. We are a haven of acceptance, mutual respect, dedication to the sport of horseback riding.

Trainer Lisa Sherman has been with Kelsey Farm since 1998. Under her leadership, we have had the winner of the CHJA Childrens Medal Finals and many championships at local and AAA rated horse shows, including the PHA Finals, Hampton Classic, Lake Placid and the Vermont summer series. She has won both the PHA High Points Trainer Award and the Greenwich Horse Show High Points Trainer Award, and has overseen the Greenwich Pony Club's consistent 1st and 2nd placing at regional rallies through the years. She has served both on the board of the National Professional Horsemen's Association and as the Corresponding Secretary of the local chapter of the FWPHA for ten years.

Beloved by our students, trainer Kate Bykowski has been with us since 2011. She holds a Bachelor of Animal Science with an Equine specialization and is British Horse Society (BHS) certified through Level II. Kate's deep understanding of teaching, horsemanship and young people derives from 16 years as a riding instructor and trainer and two years as a Grand Prix groom, prior to joining our team.... See More

Horsefaire Classical Riding School for Children is the cornerstone of true horsemanship to gain the trust of a willing partner in your practice

Wynter Thyme Manor is a family run equestrian center. We offer 4 generations of professional horse back riding lessons training, boarding and showing. from recreational fun rides, local shows, pony birthday parties to the Morgan horse grand nationals! Our highly experienced staff welcomes all levels of riders, horses and newcomers If showing a Morgan horse to world levels or any other fine breed at local and state shows is what you are looking for, then contact us today to get up and riding! We also have exceptional horses for sale or lease. $10.00 off your first ride with us.
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Offering freelance lessons and training for hunter/jumper, dressage, event and disciplines. Ship-ins also welcome. Full board training oprtions available.
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We offer safe affordable lessons on quality school horses and ponies.

Crossroad Farm Riding Academy is a Jumper barn located in Greenwich, CT, just minutes away from the Merritt Parkway.

We offer private and group riding lessons, jumpers training, showing, leases & sales, boarding, and private clinics.

Our students come from all over the world to participate in local and national shows on our horses, with trainer and professional show jumper Patricio Milinik.

Crossroad Farm Riding Academy is committed to providing high quality horseback riding lessons with proven results by going through a process of selecting horses adapted to each rider’s individual goals.... See More

Carol Popp is a certified trainer and test administrator by the Classical Dressage Riders' Association, USDF Bronze & Silver Medal winner and trainer and winner of over 80 USDF national championships who teaches riders to develop a correct seat, timing of the aids, work in hand, and airs above ground. Carol works with riders of all ages and levels and horses of all breeds. Learn on her schoolmasters at her farm or your own horse, at your farm or hers. Carol is available for lessons and clinics at your farm as well. or cell ... See More

Certified Riding Instructor in Combined Training and Dressage, over 30 years experience. USDF Associate Instructor. Available for clinics, schooling shows, travelling instructor. Lesson horses available at farm in New Haven County. Trailer-Ins welcome. Convenient to Yale.... See More

Here at D V Equine we specialize in western riding and training. We like the rider to build confidence and know all the basics. Danielle has 20 plus years of riding experience with a focus on barrel racing. She has traveled all over the east coast to compete and has placed against some tough competition. We give riding lessons to people of all ages whether you are an advanced rider or beginner. We are also accepting horses for training. If you have a young horse who needs to be started under saddle or a horse that just needs some fine tuning. We like to put our skills to good use and build a great foundation. Please contact us for scheduling and pricing. We look forward to meeting you!... See More

Miranda Procko is a free-lance riding instructor, trainer, and clinician in Connecticut. She is based at a farm in Bristol, where she teaches beginner through advanced riding lessons on her school horses. She is also available to travel to her students in order to provide professional and personalized instruction within familiar surroundings.
Miranda has over 25 years experience riding, teaching, and training horses. She specializes in dressage, combined training, retraining methods, and competition readiness. Her philosophy of teaching and training is to create a more effective rider, a more responsive horse, and greater harmony between them, while instilling the "feel" of correct movement.
Miranda is available for private and group lessons, mounted and unmounted clinics, training, and assessment. Please contact Miranda to set up a free meet and greet for you and your horse, schedule a lesson on her horses, or plan a clinic!
Additional instructor information: USPC graduate "B", competed through preliminary level eventing and 2nd level dressage. Several references available. Please contact Miranda through this post or at Thank you!... See More

We are a 45 acre riding stable located in Uncasville,CT. We offer quailty instruction in English styls of riding - dressage, equatation, hunt seat, hunters and jumping. Private, semi-private, and group lessons are available from beginners to advanced. We travel to shows.... See More

Looking for something fun to do this summer? How about horse riding lessons?!

Once again the University of Connecticut's Animal Science Department will be offering its popular Summer Riding Program to the public. Please note that Dressage, Hunt Seat, Polo, Western riding lessons and Trail Riding are open to children above the minimum age requirements and adults.

Available Riding Lesson Styles:

Hunt Seat, Western Riding, Dressage, and Trail Riding.

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